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YB04 FKC

2004 Audi A3

Grey Diesel 1968cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

165,043 mi
Last recorded165,043 miles
Recorded on21 Nov 2023
Typical for 2004 Audi A393,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB04 FKC
MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Nov 2023 165,043 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Dec 2022 154,888 miles

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 6 Dec 2022 154,888 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Dec 2021 136,633 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2021 136,633 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 23 Nov 2020 121,205 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2020 121,205 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2019 115,617 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 106,107 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 104,108 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 98,696 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 96,557 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 96,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 May 2014 95,633 miles

Advise both front tyres well worn inside edges

Pass 20 Apr 2013 94,745 miles

Both front tyres worn inside edges

Pass 27 Jan 2012 93,423 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 92,102 miles

Front tyres slight wear inside edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 90,895 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2008 81,951 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 19 Aug 2008 81,951 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 67,290 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2007 66,765 miles

engine managment light on

Fail 13 Jun 2007 66,765 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine managment light on

How Reliable is the Audi A3?

Based on 7,415,025 MOT tests across 593,922 vehicles.

78.0%
Pass Rate
7,083
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
593,922
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 173,142
Stop lamp not working 65,421
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 58,420
Registration plate lamp not working 52,417
coil spring broken 45,761
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YB04 FKC is a 2004 Audi A3 in Grey with a 1,968cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 2004 Audi A3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 93,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Audi A3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 173,142 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YB04 FKC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Audi A3 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Audi A3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YB04 FKC registered?

YB04 FKC is a 2004 Audi A3, first registered on 9 June 2004.

Is YB04 FKC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YB04 FKC shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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